Do you believe Emily was possessed — or failed by medicine? 👇
The trial, which began in 1978, captivated Germany. The prosecution argued that Anneliese was a schizophrenic epileptic who was denied medical care. They pointed to the fact that her parents had stopped giving her medication. The defense (including the Catholic Church, which initially supported the priests) argued that she was possessed and that exorcism was the only cure. Exorcismo De Emily Rose
The narrative is told in flashbacks during the trial of Father Moore, who is charged with negligent homicide. The prosecutor (Laura Linney) argues that Emily was mentally ill and died of neglect. The defense argues that she was possessed by six demons (including Lucifer, Nero, and Judas) and that the church failed her. The film masterfully leaves the "truth" ambiguous, forcing the audience to experience the same doubt as the jurors. Do you believe Emily was possessed — or failed by medicine
The real-life aftermath was a high-profile trial in Germany that pitted modern medicine against religious faith. They pointed to the fact that her parents
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